Menaion.ttf
Menaion Font
Author's note
Menaion by LCAPR, UdSU is a free literary serif with a calm, old-world tone. The letters mix sharp contrast with gently cupped serifs and rounded, open forms, so the font feels formal without turning stiff.
That makes it a natural fit for book jackets, cultural posters, magazine cover lines, exhibition programs, and title pages where a little historical atmosphere helps carry the message. As a free font, Menaion also works well for short editorial headlines and monogram-like initials, since its elegant swing and pronounced serif rhythm give even a few letters a composed, ceremonial presence.
That makes it a natural fit for book jackets, cultural posters, magazine cover lines, exhibition programs, and title pages where a little historical atmosphere helps carry the message. As a free font, Menaion also works well for short editorial headlines and monogram-like initials, since its elegant swing and pronounced serif rhythm give even a few letters a composed, ceremonial presence.
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Basic font information
Copyright notice
Copyright (c) LCAPR, UdSU, 2004. All rights reserved.
Font family
Menaion
Font subfamily
Regular
Unique subfamily identification
LCAPR, UdSU: Menaion: 2004
Full font name
Menaion
Name table version
Version 2.01 September 2004
Postscript font name
Menaion
Trademark notice
Menaion is a trademark of LCAPR, UdSU.
Manufacturer name
LCAPR, UdSU
Designer
V.Baranov
Extended font information
Platforms supported
PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only
Font details
Created2004-08-20
Revision2
Glyph count968
Units per Em1000
Embedding rightsEmbedding for permanent installation
Family classClarendon serifs
WeightSemi-light
WidthMedium (normal)
Mac styleBold
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureRegular
PitchNot monospaced
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